I’ve talked a lot about BPA (Bisphenol A), being in the plastics that we use on a daily basis, most commonly, plastic water bottles. But, I haven’t really addressed some other commonly used containers that often contain this hormone disrupting chemical, that can make its way into our bloodstreams.
BPA has also been found in foods packaged in Tetra Packs and also the linings of cans used for the packaging of canned foods. Yes, that’s right, those good ole’ canned green beans may have traces of BPA that has leached into …

I’ve talked about it on this forum previously, but the previous references to BPA (Bisphenol-A), were related to adverse exposures to children and pregnant women.Now, in a new report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, they believe there may be a link between BPA and heart disease and diabetis 2.
The discussion is really heating up, because the FDA will be holding a public hearing this coming Tuesday. Stay tuned for more bantering while our society’s health continues to suffer.

There’s a new book coming out that sounds to have some very good common sense ideas on ways to go green. I haven’t read it yet, but plan to. If, anyone gets the book and reads it before me, I’d appreciate your input on it.
Here’s a YouTube video on it.

Despite the recent reports from a governmental agency that there weren’t any human health concerns from exposure to BPA, two new study’s say otherwise.Exposure to a chemical, bisphenol A (BPA), which is found in everyday plastics has been linked to problems with brain function and mood disorders in monkeys. This coming from researchers at the Yale School of Medicine.This week’s article in the Washington Post, summarizes the study done at Yale School of Medicine. The researchers are saying that there is “some concern” for humans, based on the results they …

It’s been no secret for a long time, that plants in a home or any building, can improve the air quality inside. I found this cool link with info on common plants that can help reduce indoor air pollution. It shares which plants help best with removing formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide from the air.
Another method, which works a lot faster than plants and reduces more nasty stuff, is an air purifier. Here’s information available on one air purifier, that is quite the machine! If, you become a member …

We’ve been hearing about this Bisphenol A (BPA), being in baby bottles, sippy cups, water bottles and the like. And hopefully, many are seeing the light on that and finding safer alternatives.
But, there’s also an issue with BPA being found in liquid infant baby formulas. It’s in the metal lining of some of the cans of several of the “big name” baby formula manufacturers. Here’s a link to an article done by the EWG (Environmental Working Group), on this topic.
The National Toxicology Program, a subgroup of the Department of …

Our children, future children and of course this planet, are in desperate need of protection. Currently, there is a proposal for what is being called The Kid-Safe Chemical Act.Here’s an overview of the Act: – Requires that industrial chemicals be safe for infants, kids and other vulnerable groups; – Requires that new chemicals be safety tested before they are sold; – Requires chemical manufacturers to test and prove that the 62,000 chemicals already on the market that have never been tested are safe in order for them to …